Class-1 Delivery Driver (St John's)

Sysco•St. John's, NL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sysco is seeking a Class 1 Delivery Driver to join their team. The role involves delivering products within assigned routes, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include unloading products, operating a delivery vehicle, managing invoices and payments, and handling customer returns. The driver will also be responsible for pre-trip and post-trip inspections, DOT compliance, and maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle and equipment. This position requires strong customer service skills, the ability to work independently, and adherence to safety protocols.

Requirements

Valid Class 1 Commercial Driver License with a "clean" driving record (including: no single DUI in the last 3 years and no multiple DUIs within the last 7 years).
Pass pre-employment testing (Background Check and Physical Abilities Test).
Able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations.
Have basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) or equivalent
2 years’ local food or beverage delivery experience
Possession of, or ability to obtain, the following certifications: Double Trailer (B Trains), Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Pallet breakdown and hand cart delivery experience
Operate vehicle in a variety of traffic and weather conditions.
Meet or exceed minimum productivity levels established by the Company.
Meet or exceed established cases per error goals.
Demonstrate strong customer relations and problem resolution skills.
Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision.
Develop a good working knowledge of product and inventory control techniques and procedures.
Maintain ongoing inter-department communications related to routing, safety, and customer relations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience at Sysco or in foodservice industry

Responsibilities

Deliver product within assigned route schedule and time windows.
Unload product from trailer, by hand or using hand cart, and place in designated customer storage areas.
Operate assigned STS unit to generate invoices.
Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures.
Collect money (cash or checks) where required, and turn in all funds collected daily.
Pickup, load and unload damaged goods and customer returns, and complete necessary paperwork.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip responsibilities in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and Sysco policies and procedures.
Perform coupling procedures for the tractor/trailer as needed.
Complete Department of Transportation (DOT) logs (electronic or manual as required), company vehicle maintenance reports and reconcile with appropriate company representative as required.
Follow SyscoSafe preferred work methods at all times, and immediately advise supervisor of any unsafe conditions.
Maintain sanitary conditions in tractor and trailer and assist with maintaining sanitary conditions in the warehouse and yard.
Maintain and safely operate all assigned equipment, including but not limited to hand cart, pallets, load bars, STS unit, and personal protective equipment.
Attend all required company meetings.
Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Voluntary Optional Insurance
Parental Leave Plan
Company Pension Plan
Group RRSP & TFSA
Employee and Family Assistance
Stock Purchase Plan
Maple Virtual Care
Unlimited on-line learning
Sysco product discounts
Preferred vendor discounts
Associate Resource Groups